Clinical Pharmacist II: Patient-Centered Safety Leader

Yale NewHaven Health; New Haven (CT); On-site; USD 115,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Yale New Haven Health seeks a Clinical Pharmacist II to support medication management and patient safety within the department of Pharmacy. The role emphasizes CHAMP behaviors, collaboration with care teams, and safe distribution of medications.

Ideal candidate holds a PharmD or B.S./PharmD, CT license, and 2+ years of relevant experience, with ASHP PGY1 residency preferred. Strong communication and teamwork are essential.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited College of Pharmacy with a B.S. or PharmD degree.
• Completion of an ASHP-accredited PGY1 pharmacy residency or equivalent experience is preferred, but not required.
• Minimum of two years of relevant experience specific to practice area is required.
• Current Connecticut Pharmacist License, or eligible for pharmacist licensure in the state of Connecticut.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate and promote CHAMP behaviors.
• Conduct timely, accurate medication order review that considers all patient characteristics including laboratory values and vital signs.
• Demonstrate competency in pharmacy automation and technology as applicable to work area.
• Adhere to all departmental policies, procedures, protocols, and guidelines.
• Provide education and training to other pharmacy staff members, pharmacy students and residents, and health care team members, via educational inservice or as a preceptor.
• Contribute to departmental cost-reduction/revenue generation.

Skills

Pharmacology knowledge

Therapeutics knowledge

Communication skills

Teamwork

Education

Pharmacy degree (B.S. or PharmD)

ASHP PGY1 residency

2+ years relevant experience

CT Pharmacist License

Job description

Yale New Haven Health seeks a Clinical Pharmacist II to support medication management and patient safety within the department of Pharmacy. The role emphasizes CHAMP behaviors, collaboration with care teams, and safe distribution of medications.

Ideal candidate holds a PharmD or B.S./PharmD, CT license, and 2+ years of relevant experience, with ASHP PGY1 residency preferred. Strong communication and teamwork are essential.